Documentary Film

In Blue Heights: Galka Scheyer in Los Angeles

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A Documentary Film by Doris Berger & Benno Herz — A layered portrait of Galka Scheyer, her activities and networks in the U.S., and the resoration of her house, weaving together archival material, historic footage, expert interviews and contemporary impressions.

This documentary film will offer an extensive glimpse into the life of Galka Scheyer, the richness of the archival holdings, and the current transformation and restoration of her gallery house. The full documentary will expand on Scheyer’s biography and achievements, capturing crucial moments in the restoration of the house and featuring extended interviews on Scheyer and Jewish émigré culture in Los Angeles. It will show Scheyer’s upbringing in Germany, her artistic formation in Europe, her transformation into a collector, curator, and educator in the United States, and her life within a community of exiles during World War II. Throughout, the film celebrates Scheyer’s visionary approach to modern culture and her enduring commitment to community. More information coming soon.